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Here is this week’s challenge for “What is it Wednesday?” - What is it?! Thanks to everyone who played last week… the answer for May 14th is the electrical hook-up on our German Flak Battery Spotlight… see the previous post for the full details!Good luck on this week’s challenge! #americanheritagemuseum #historymuseum #visitma ... See MoreSee Less
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The answer to the “What is it? Wednesday” question from May 14th is the electrical hook-up on our German Flak Battery Spotlight! This is where you would connect the leads from the accompanying generator to power the light!Stay tuned for the next “What is it? Wednesday” question tomorrow, May 21st at 10:00 am EST!#americanheritagemuseum #whatisitwednesday ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us this weekend for our WWII Tank Demonstration! All three museums will be open - The American Heritage Museum, Classic Car Collection and Historic Aircraft Hangar. Rain or shine, this will be a fantastic weekend where you will be able to see on one America's finest collections of aircraft, classic automobiles, tanks and armored vehicles. More information and tickets see: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/tank-demonstration-weekend-memorial-day-may-2025/ ... See MoreSee Less
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What is your favorite WWII era Self-Propelled Artillery Piece?Join the conversation and share your thoughts! 💭 Each week, We're posing a question about historical military vehicles, and we want YOU to weigh in. Whether you’re a history buff, or just curious—we want to hear your thoughts! Leave a comment below to cast your vote! 👇#QuestionOfTheWeek #HistoryBuff ... See MoreSee Less
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Coming up May 24th and 25th at the American Heritage Museum - WWII Tank Demonstration Weekend! For a schedule and tickets see: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/tank-demonstration-weekend-memorial-day-may-2025/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Speaker Series: WWII European Tour

October 25, 2024 @ 2:00 pm, ending 3:30 pm

$10 – $23


Join us at the American Heritage Museum for a compelling talk by Vernon Chandler on his epic journey through Europe as he traces the footsteps of his first cousin; Pvt. Kenneth Miller, who was killed in Germany on October 18, 1944. He uncovered much historical information on Kenneth and his unit, the 743rd Tank Battalion and with a lot of research  was able to locate the place the tank-on-tank battle occurred which took his life in Würselen, Germany. He was only 19 years old. His remains were never recovered and returned home despite the best efforts of his mom, Annie Miller.

Vern and his son were so deeply moved by Kenneth’s and his mom Annie’s WWII story, as well as the stories of all who served and sacrificed in World War II, that they planned and took a two-week World War II, 1800-mile driving tour of Europe in September of 2022. This tour included visits to 6 ABMC cemeteries and many historic WWII sites from Paris, France to Normandy, France to Belgium to The Netherlands to Luxembourg to Germany and finally to Austria.

Vern has prepared, a multimedia historical presentation including pictures and videos in order to share their experiences with as many as possible. Vern feels their once in a lifetime experiences are only meaningful if they share them with others.

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Date:
October 25, 2024
Time:
2:00 pm, ending 3:30 pm
Cost:
$10 – $23
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EVENT TICKETS ONLY FOR SATURDAY & SUNDAY - No General Admissions available this weekend during WWII Tank Demonstration event.

There will be no General Admissions tickets available on Saturday, May 24th and Sunday, May 25th during the WWII Tank Demonstration Weekend - all visitors on Saturday and Sunday must purchase event tickets for Saturday and Sunday for access to the American Heritage Museum. $30 Adults | $25 Seniors/Veterans | $20 Children 3 to 16 years old.